Senior Policy And Projects Officer

Reed; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading employment agency seeks a Senior Policy and Project Officer to join their Equalities team in Southwark, London. This role involves scoping and delivering social policy projects, working with various stakeholders, and ensuring effective programme management. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in social policy, project management skills, and excellent communication abilities. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Flexible hybrid working arrangement

Opportunity to work within a dynamic team

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge and experience in relevant social policy, particularly within a London context.
• Proven track record of successful project management, delivering results on target.
• Strong experience in policy and programme development within a complex political environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead on programme management and implementation of agreed projects.
• Provide expert advice on Mayoral programmes and policies.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams for integration.

Skills

Expert knowledge in social policy

Proven project management skills

Experience in developing policies

Excellent planning and organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

Senior Policy and Project Officer

• Hourly Rate: £28.42 PAYE/ £37 Ltd Umbrella
• Location: Southwark, London
• Job Type: Contract (Long-term sickness cover until mid-Feb 2026)
• Hybrid Working

We are seeking an experienced Senior Policy and Project Officer to join our Equalities team within the Communities & Skills Directorate. This role is crucial for scoping, developing, and delivering programmes and projects related to social policy areas, reflecting agreed Mayoral and partnership priorities. The position offers a hybrid working model and is based in Southwark, London.

Day-to-day of the role

• Lead on programme management and implementation of agreed projects, including managing externally commissioned projects and contracts.
• Provide expert advice on Mayoral programmes, policies, and strategies, including written and oral briefings for the Mayor and advisers.
• Work collaboratively with programme and policy teams within the organisation to ensure integration and interdisciplinary working.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with key partners and stakeholders across various sectors to inform and further programme and policy development.
• Maintain a high standard of awareness of legislative, technical, and policy changes linked to the policy/programme area.
• Support communications related to the policy/programme area through various media outlets.
• Contribute to corporate performance reporting and manage resources in accordance with the Authority’s policies and standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Expert knowledge and experience in relevant social policy, particularly within a London context.
• Proven track record of successful project management, delivering results on target, within budget and timescales.
• Strong experience in policy and programme development within a complex political environment.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and event management skills.
• Proficient in developing partnerships and engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, capable of presenting ideas clearly and convincingly.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement.
• Opportunity to work within a dynamic team and contribute to significant projects impacting London.
• Exposure to high-level stakeholders and projects.

To apply for this Senior Policy and Project Officer position, please submit your CV